Which of the following statements is correct?

  • A
    Breathing refers to chest movement and respiration to another mechanism.
  • B
    Breathing means taking $CO_2$ into the lungs and releasing $O_2$ from the lungs.
  • C
    Respiration means the oxidation of food material.
  • D
    Breathing and respiration are both the same.

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